Can Ethiopian citizens travel to Saudi Arabia?

Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia? Visa required. You must apply at the consulate or visa application centre before travelling.

How long can Ethiopian citizens stay in Saudi Arabia on a Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa?

Ethiopian citizens can stay up to 90 days in Saudi Arabia on a Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa.

How long does it take to process a Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa for Ethiopian citizens?

Processing takes around 1 days on average, with a range of 0–3 days. Apply well in advance of your travel date.

What documents are required for a Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa application from Ethiopia?

Required documents include: Recent passport-style photograph, Umrah eVisa applied for through the Nusuk platform, Meningococcal (ACWY) vaccination certificate, Confirmed accommodation booking and travel itinerary, Valid passport (valid 6+ months), Return or onward ticket.

Why are Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa applications refused?

Common reasons for refusal include: Application not completed through the official Nusuk Umrah platform or an approved agent. Mandatory vaccinations not held (meningococcal ACWY certificate; polio/seasonal certificates for certain countries). Passport valid for less than six months from the date of travel. Entry not registered within the visa's validity window — the Umrah visa is automatically cancelled if not used within 30 days of issuance (rule effective late 2025). Prior overstay, misuse of an Umrah visa (e.g. working, or remaining for Hajj without authorisation), or a previous immigration violation in Saudi Arabia. Incomplete booking where the package route requires confirmed accommodation/transport, or inadmissibility on health or security grounds.

Can Ethiopian citizens extend their stay in Saudi Arabia?

Extensions are generally not available for the Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa. You must leave Saudi Arabia and re-apply if you wish to return.

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Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisafor 🇪🇹 Ethiopian citizens travelling to 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Ethiopian citizens are required to obtain a Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa before travelling to Saudi Arabia. You must submit a formal application at the Saudi Arabia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.

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90 days✓Max stay

~1 days✓Avg processing

0–3 daysProcessing range

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📋Required Documents6

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Recent passport-style photograph
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Umrah eVisa applied for through the Nusuk platform
The Umrah eVisa is multiple-entry and allows tourism alongside the pilgrimage; medical insurance is included in the fee.
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Meningococcal (ACWY) vaccination certificate
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Confirmed accommodation booking and travel itinerary
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Valid passport (valid 6+ months)
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Return or onward ticket

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ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa, book an appointment at the nearest Saudi Arabia embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 1 days. Fees may apply — verify at the official portal. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.

Note: Available to Muslim passport holders only. The visa itself is free of charge; travel agents may charge a service fee. Mecca and Madinah are accessible to Muslims only — non-Muslim travellers are not eligible for this visa.

🌐Why Ethiopian passport holders need a visa for Saudi Arabia

Ethiopian citizens require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia based on the current immigration requirements set by Saudi Arabia's government. Ethiopian passport holders must apply through the Saudi Arabia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

⚠️Common Reasons Saudi Arabia Umrah eVisa Applications Are Refused6

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Application not completed through the official Nusuk Umrah platform or an approved agent.
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Mandatory vaccinations not held (meningococcal ACWY certificate; polio/seasonal certificates for certain countries).
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Passport valid for less than six months from the date of travel.
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Entry not registered within the visa's validity window — the Umrah visa is automatically cancelled if not used within 30 days of issuance (rule effective late 2025).
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Prior overstay, misuse of an Umrah visa (e.g. working, or remaining for Hajj without authorisation), or a previous immigration violation in Saudi Arabia.
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Incomplete booking where the package route requires confirmed accommodation/transport, or inadmissibility on health or security grounds.

Refusal grounds are at the discretion of the deciding officer and can change. This list is informational — always verify current requirements at the official government portal.

Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal

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